Daughter of stroke survivor takes on Resolution Run to raise funds for charity

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Daughter of stroke survivor takes on Resolution Run to raise funds for charity

Kate Renton’s Dad had a stroke in December last year. This came completely out of the blue. Following a back operation two years ago he had been receiving regular medical checks and was otherwise fit and healthy.

Kate is now running the Stroke Association’s Resolution Run to raise funds for the charity and increase awareness of stroke.

Kate is only too aware of the devastating effects of stroke. She says:

“My dad had to learn how to walk again for the second time and now he walks with a stick. The stroke affected his mobility and his speech and has had a big impact on his confidence. The effects of a stroke can be cruel.

He is motivated and is working hard to improve his strength, mobility and fully recover his speech. It is a hard journey that he is on and he still has a way to go. The whole family is delighted he is with us here today.

Strokes happen to people of all ages, I want to raise awareness of that, and also of how important it is to treat strokes as quickly as possible, to minimise long term problems. I want to do as much as I can to help people like my dad whose life changed in an instant.”

Angie Macleod, Communications Manager at the Stroke Association in Scotland said:

“Kate is very aware of the devastating effects of a stroke. She is determined to increase stroke awareness and wants to help support those who have had strokes through her fundraising efforts. I wish her all the best and look forward to seeing her on the day.”

The Stroke Association’s Glasgow Resolution Run 2018 takes place on Sunday 11 March at Glasgow Green.

To sign up to Stroke Association’s Resolution Run

Visit http://www.stroke.org.uk/resolution, or email resolution@stroke.org.uk

For press enquiries contact Angie Macleod on 0131 555 7244 or email: Angela.Macleod@stroke.org.uk

Topics

  • A stroke is a brain attack that happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. It is a leading cause of disability. In Scotland, around 15,000 people have a stroke every year and about 124,000 people live with the effects of stroke.
  • The Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and we’re leading a community of people to change the world for people affected by stroke. We work directly with stroke survivors and their families and carers, with health and social care professionals and with scientists and researchers. We campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best recovery they can. We fund research to develop new treatments and ways of preventing stroke. The Stroke Helpline (0303 303 3100) provides information and support on stroke. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk

    • Contacts

    Angela Macleod

    Angela Macleod

    Press contact Communications Officer Scotland press and Stroke Association research communications 0131 555 7244
    Laura Thomas

    Laura Thomas

    Press contact Communications Officer Wales 07776508594
    Ken Scott

    Ken Scott

    Press contact Press Officer North of England and Midlands 0115 778 8429
    Daisy Dighton

    Daisy Dighton

    Press contact Press Officer London and East of England 02079401358
    Martin Oxley

    Martin Oxley

    Press contact Press Officer South of England 07776 508 646
    Vicki Hall

    Vicki Hall

    Press contact PR Manager Fundraising and local services 0161 742 7478
    Scott Weddell

    Scott Weddell

    Press contact PR Manager Stroke policy, research and Northern Ireland 02075661528
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    Katie Padfield

    Press contact Head of PR & Media This team is not responsible for booking marketing materials or advertising
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